Brenau University, Inc. Adult and Graduate Programs Florida Catalog 2020 - 2021 Brenau University The Undergraduate School The Sydney O. Smith Jr. Graduate School 2020-2021 Statement of Non-Discrimination Brenau University is an Equal Opportunity University open to any qualified individual without regard to race, religion, sex, age, color, national or ethnic origin, or disability. Pursuant to all applicable federal anti-discrimination laws and regulations, Brenau University does not discriminate against any of the protected categories of individuals in the administration of its policies, programs or activities. This non-discriminatory policy includes admission policies, scholarship and loan programs, employment practices, athletics, and other school-administered programs. Florida Catalog, Vol. 9 Published Sept. 2020 by Brenau University 500 Washington St. SE Gainesville, Georgia 30501 Brenau University Jacksonville Campus 6622 Southpoint Drive South. Suite 400 Jacksonville, FL32216 Phone: 904-900-7969 Page 2 of 152 Table of Contents Introduction ................................................................................................................................................. 6 Purpose and Expectations ................................................................................................................. 7 Curriculum ............................................................................................................................................. 7 Degree Programs Offered ................................................................................................................. 7 Organization and Structure ............................................................................................................... 8 Florida Campus of Brenau University ............................................................................................... 9 Hours of Operation .............................................................................................................................. 9 Academic Calendar ........................................................................................................................ 10 General Information ................................................................................................................................. 13 Brenau University Mission Statement .............................................................................................. 14 Governing Board ............................................................................................................................... 14 Board of Trustees ................................................................................................................................ 14 Administration and Faculty .............................................................................................................. 16 Florida Administration and Faculty ................................................................................................ 17 Accreditation and Affiliation........................................................................................................... 21 Phi Kappa Phi/Chapter 301, Phi Theta Kappa ............................................................................. 21 State Specific Disclosures ................................................................................................................. 22 Academic Honesty ........................................................................................................................... 22 Plagiarism ............................................................................................................................................ 22 Cheating ............................................................................................................................................. 22 Sanctions ............................................................................................................................................. 22 Appeal Process for Academic Dishonesty Reports .................................................................... 23 Disciplinary Rights ............................................................................................................................... 23 Student’s Right to Privacy ................................................................................................................ 24 Section 504 and the Americans with Disabilities Act .................................................................. 27 Section 504 and ADA Grievance Procedures ............................................................................. 27 Title VI and Title IX Compliance ....................................................................................................... 28 Grievance Procedure ....................................................................................................................... 28 Required Disclosures Information ................................................................................................... 31 Student Complaints ........................................................................................................................... 33 Student Conduct and Safety.......................................................................................................... 33 Firearms and Weapons Policy ......................................................................................................... 33 Drug and Alcoholic Beverages Policy ........................................................................................... 33 Sexual Misconduct ............................................................................................................................ 34 Anti-hazing Statement ...................................................................................................................... 39 Children on Campus ......................................................................................................................... 39 E2Campus Emergency Alert System ............................................................................................. 39 Inclement Weather Policy ............................................................................................................... 40 Damage to Property and Facilities ................................................................................................ 40 Fire Regulations .................................................................................................................................. 40 Military Discounts ................................................................................................................................ 40 Corporate Discounts ......................................................................................................................... 41 Smoking Policy.................................................................................................................................... 41 Student Support Services ......................................................................................................................... 42 Academic Advisement .................................................................................................................... 43 Career Services .................................................................................................................................. 43 Counseling Services .......................................................................................................................... 43 Brenau Trustee Library ....................................................................................................................... 44 Page 3 of 152 Student Success Coach ................................................................................................................... 46 The Writing Center ............................................................................................................................. 46 The Learning Center .......................................................................................................................... 46 Math SPA ............................................................................................................................................. 46 Information Technology ................................................................................................................... 47 Student Initiated Audio and Video Recording Policy ................................................................ 50 Undergraduate Information ..................................................................................................................... 52 Undergraduate Admission Information ......................................................................................... 53 Admission Requirements for an Associate degree ..................................................................... 53 Admission Requirements for a Bachelor degree ......................................................................... 53 Application Process........................................................................................................................... 55 Undergraduate Transfer Credit Policy ........................................................................................... 56 English and Math Placement .........................................................................................................